PhD Research Scientist: Innovating Foot Health Solutions

3 weeks ago


Southport, Australia Griffith University Full time
About the Role

This exciting opportunity is available for a PhD Research Scholar to join our team at Griffith University, Australia. You will be part of a dynamic research program focused on developing innovative treatments for people with diabetes.

As a PhD Research Scholar, you will have the opportunity to work under the guidance of experienced academics in the field of foot and ankle health and rehabilitation. Your research will contribute to the development of personalized management strategies for chronic and acute health conditions.

The Research Opportunity

Our research aims to revolutionize current management interventions for diabetic foot ulcers. Diabetic foot ulcers are a major concern worldwide, resulting in 85% of amputations. We propose combining biophysical modeling, smart textile technologies, and advanced manufacturing techniques to create optimized interventions that reduce the risk of foot ulcers in people with diabetes.

About the Scholarship

Scholarships are available for self-funded applicants or those who require funding. Successful scholarship recipients will receive a tax-free stipend, indexed annually, for up to 3 years. The estimated annual salary for this position is $28,000 AUD.

The Award

If successful in securing a scholarship, you will receive living allowances and tuition fees for international students for up to 3-3.5 years. There are also scholarships and awards available to domestic students. Please note that externally funded PhDs will be scrutinized closely.


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